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Marcelo Gomes. Photo courtesy of Vutti Photography.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 24, 2017
American Ballet Theatre principal Marcelo Gomes to perform with Sarasota Ballet

Gomes will perform in ‘The Two Pigeons,’ during Sarasota Ballet’s ‘A Tribute to Ashton.’

  • Arts + Culture
David Auxier, director of career development for Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County, with Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County members Christina Polokonis and Kat Barbieri with Cheri Pachter and club member Fatima Demlak
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 23, 2017
Jewels on the Bay Designer Showhouse kicks off with preview party

Attendees got the chance to see a room designed by members of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County Jan. 21.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 23, 2017
Dick Cheney speaks at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center

The former vice president kicked off this year’s Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 23, 2017
Ringling College Library Association presents Dick Cheney

Vice President Dick Cheney weighs in on the Trump transition and the future of the Republican Party.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Despite complaints from Siesta Key residents, Lido residents maintain their shoreline is in urgent need of more sand.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 23, 2017
Siesta Key residents take legal action to block Big Pass dredge

The Siesta Key Association says the state should not be allowed to issue a permit for a planned Lido Key renourishment project without county approval.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The centerpieces at the Sarasota Opera Gala were created by Becky Creighton of Flowers by Fudgie, and because no cherry blossoms could be found, they were replaced with pink roses, pink bougainvillea and orchids.
    By
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  • January 23, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 01.26.17

From ritzy galas to famous speakers, this is what you missed on the social scene last week.

  • Black Tie
The automated vehicle uses radar, lasers and GPS to stay on course and make adjustments for obstacles and other variables.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 23, 2017
Automated vehicle makes debut in Sarasota

An international transit company showcased its newest offerings at The Mall at UTC.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 23, 2017
Drink This: Skinny Twister

A resolution-friendly skinny cocktail

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
“Do you want to build a snowman?” kits were set out for the children as they arrived at the event.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 23, 2017
Temple Sinai hosts magical movie night

Temple Sinai invites guests to let it go during Frozen movie night.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 22, 2017
Seafood, music and more bring residents to Five Points Park

The Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival filled Five Points Park with art, music and seafood.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 22, 2017
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS JAN. 9 - JAN. 13

Lake Club home sells for $1.45 million

  • East County
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 22, 2017
Classic cars crowd St. Armands

Classic antique cars from 1900 to 1992 were on display at St. Armands Circle on Jan. 21.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 22, 2017
Sarasota Opera kicks off winter season with “A Japanese Affair”

Supporters enjoyed dinner, dancing and multiple performances Jan. 21.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 21, 2017
Women’s March defies expectations

Thousands of people march across the Ringling Bridge during the Women’s Solidarity March.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 21, 2017
Jail time aids school classrooms

Winter carnival proves a success for McNeal families, teachers

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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